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TRESU Coater Applies Varnish In-Line

(Coating/Laminating)

March 07, 2015, ... in logistics, material waste, set-up time, and handling. Søren Maarssø, COO, TRESU Group, says, “The iCoat 30000 TWIN’s double flexo stations provide an effective way of enhancing functionality and esthetic ...

Flexible Packaging | Coveris, Cryovac Big Winners at FPA Awards

(Flexpack)

March 03, 2015, ... package entries featuring innovation that integrated technical advancements in materials, graphics, shelf appeal, structure, and sustainability to produce outstanding flexible packaging solutions. Eighteen ...

Packaging Films Target Longer Shipping, Storage Cycles

(Flexpack)

February 25, 2015, ... be Pregis’ toughest HC material offering the highest air retention properties and designed to protect heavy items. The HC Performance film is a lighter-duty option designed for packaging lighter weight ...

E-Books

(Uncategorized)

February 21, 2015, ... challenges the converting process. From the material side to production efficiency, every stage of the process is under pressure for improvement. It is an exciting time to be in the industry as these challenges ...

Show Preview | NPE2015 Boasts Its Largest Event Ever

(Trends/Management)

February 16, 2015, ... a host of opportunities to see demonstrations of the latest technologies and materials up close and to interact with equipment and product experts. It will offer buyers the rare opportunity to test before ...

Does This Roll Contain Quality Web?

(Web Handling)

January 29, 2015, ... never beat actually running the material, but over time, you can find it is a reasonable predictor. You can certainly know the difference between a package containing clothing, a book, or LEGOs. And you ...

Bosch Rexroth Module Aids Line Feeding

(Controls)

January 11, 2015, The Omega Module linear motion system is designed so top speeds can be reached   CHARLOTTE, NC | | Bosch Rexroth Corporation offers the Omega Module linear motion system adds even more capability ...

SailRail Automated Systems to Show Industrial Carts

(News | New Products)

January 10, 2015, Line of material handling equipment will be featured in interactive displays at the upcoming ProMat 2015 show in Chicago   MARKHAM, ON, CANADA | SailRail Automatic Systems will showcase its line ...

Show Preview | ICE USA 2015 Returns to Orlando with Added Features

(Trends/Management)

January 05, 2015, ... differences in productivity.     AZCO Corp. (Booth 615) will showcase its modular FGW-1000 sheeter. Simple to use, the roll of material is placed onto an air shaft, which is supported by safety ...

New Era Wins Velcro Business with Lab Trials

(Coating/Laminating)

December 09, 2014, ... the challenges in multiple areas of the machine, the two greatest being automated material unwinding and flexibility in coating methods,” says Anderson. “New Era had rapid responses to our requests for ...

Do Your Homework to Solve Telescoping Roll Problems

(Web Handling)

December 03, 2014, ... width, roughness, coefficient of friction (side A to side B)? What winding conditions or roll geometry have more telescoping? Core material, core inner and outer diameter, core support method (chucks ...

Ampac Has New Single-Serve Snack Package

(Flexpack)

November 24, 2014, ... as rotogravure, flexographic, or high-definition flexographic print. The pouch does not incorporate traditional side seals, therefore reportedly using up to 25% less material than traditional snack food ...

Web Industries Reports Expanded Facility

(Flexpack)

November 18, 2014, ... (a Web Industries company) announce the expansion of Web’s Atlanta facility to include table-based automated prepreg cutting and ply kitting services. The addition of this new material formatting capability ...

Heritage Bag Grows with Support from Gloucester Engineering

(Bag Pouch)

November 17, 2014, ... we can do. If these are successful, we’ll use it as a model for our five other plants. From material handling to labor usage, from lab testing to facility management, we envision this new headquarters ...

Ampac Announces Ultra-High-Barrier Film

(Materials)

October 25, 2014, Flexi FoilFree HB film laminates are said to provide many benefits, including a more sustainable alternative to foil-based materials   CINCINNATI, OH | Ampac has introduced Flexi FoilFree HB, an ...

Memjet Introduces Print Engine

(News | New Products)

October 06, 2014, ... able to move the print zone up and down to accommodate varying material thickness such as stuffed envelopes or board stock. This offers a greater range of media handling options for unique applications. ...

Pro Mach Is Acquired by AEA Affiliates

(News | New Products)

October 05, 2014, ... Packaging, Flexible Packaging, Material Handling, Identification & Tracking, and End of Line Packaging, Pro Mach provides automated solutions that drive efficiency and increase packaging line performance ...

Pro Mach Acquires Benchmark Automation

(News | New Products)

September 27, 2014, Pro Mach says acquisition strengthens its material handling capabilities, especially in the food and bakery markets   CINCINNATI, OH | Pro Mach has acquired Benchmark Automation, Athens, GA, a manufacturer ...

Menasha Packaging Expands Minnesota Facility

(Carton Box)

September 21, 2014, ... for kitting and fulfillment and will include a rail dock. Company says material flow will be simpler and require much less handling upon completion. The office space addition will house a new design center ...

Zero-Max Drives Are Lubricated for Life

(Controls)

September 20, 2014, Crown right angle gear drives are said to offer smooth, quiet operation and are suited for heavy load applications while requiring no maintenance   PLYMOUTH, MN | Zero-Max says Crown right angle ...